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Newagen Seaside Inn, Boothbay, Maine

The cottages at Newagen fit into what feels like the all-American summer camp for adults. This place knows how to accommodate; it’s been hosting guests since 1816. Ocean lovers should splurge on Juniper. The three-bedroom cottage at the water’s edge has a library, dining room, commercial kitchen, and the best sunset views on the property.

Field trip: The front desk will organize chartered windjammer sailboats for a sunset cruise and harbor tour. Pick up a lobster roll and slice of Key lime pie at Phil the Baker’s roadside restaurant.

Night out: The inn’s dining room is tough to beat, but head into town for the summer lobster paella at historic Thistle Inn.